Families who loved The Witch, the Sword, and the Cursed Knights by Alexandria Rogers often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child feels like an outsider or struggles with the pressure of high expectations. It is a perfect choice for the middle-schooler who feels they don't quite fit the traditional mold of success and needs to see that their perceived weaknesses might actually be their greatest strengths. The story follows twelve-year-old Ellie, a girl who believes she is a witch, and Caen, a boy who feels he is a coward, as they discover they are destined to be knights of the Round Table. Through their quest to reforge Excalibur and break an ancient curse, the narrative explores deep themes of belonging, the complexity of friendship, and the courage required to define one's own identity. While it contains high-stakes magical adventure, the emotional core is grounded in the universal struggle of pre-teens trying to find their place in a world that demands they be something they are not yet. It is a sophisticated, heartwarming fantasy that validates the 'misfit' experience while providing a thrilling, classic quest.
